Got any More Giants?

Got any More Giants?

Introduction:

Read Psa 23. There was nothing more common in David’s world than a shepherd & his sheep. In an agricultural society, it was common to see shepherds leading flock out to graze or drink. David took what people saw everyday & caused them to see God. In Psa. 23 we see relationship built on absolute trust. Focus on 23:4. Sheep only went in such areas for one reason. They trusted the shepherd. When God is our shepherd – He will lead us through places we would not go w/o His leadership. He is the shepherd. We are the sheep. How much do we trust? Let’s take a look at an example from David’s life - David’s victory over the giant…Goliath.

I. The battle setting:

A. 1 Sam. 16:7 – We often look at externals & as a result we can form erroneous opinions.

1. Externally – Goliath had all things that would impress & intimidate.

B. Goliath described – 17:4-7

C. 17:8-9 – common fighting tactic used in eastern world in ancient times.

1. 17:16 – this had been going on 40 days!

D. Aren’t the “giants” we face today this way? (Giants of fear & worry)

II. Will the real “giant” please stand up?

A. 17:17-20 –not going there to fight.

B. 17:24 – all of Israel greatly afraid. 17:26 – who is this Philistine?

1. David realized how big the giant is – God is greater! Power? God is all powerful!

C. 17:25a – “coming up.” 17:8 – “choose a man; let him come down to me.”

1. Lesson: We all have our own Goliath’s to face. Tolerate?

2. We can’t tolerate our giants – we must kill them!

D. 17:32 – David. 17:33 – Saul’s answer. 17:34-37 – David’s statement of faith.

E. See his absolute trust in God?

F. 17:40 – he goes out to do battle.

III. Got any more “giants?”

A. 17:41-51. 17:48. David ran quickly out to the Philistine.

1. Intimidated? Hardly. Why? 17:47 – the battle is the Lords!

2. Too often we try to fight our own battles…and fail!

B. This same element of trust is seen throughout scripture.

1. Jesus’ trust in God – through the deep shadows of crucifixion.

C. We who are Christians must understand the same thing!

1. Life & death are about God – not about self! Gal. 5:24; 2:20

IV. Where are the lions hiding? Psa. 23:4

A. When we go through our valleys of deep darkness – it’s easy to conclude lions are ready to ambush us where God would lead us.

1. the lions are not to be found in following God!

B. When you follow evil’s forces; you are on your own; the lions will destroy you!

Conclusion:

A. Heb. 11:32-12:3

B. Can you say along with David the contents of Psa. 23:4b-6?



Got any More Giants? Introduction: Read Psa 23. There was nothing more common in David’s world than a shepherd & his sheep. In an agricultural society, it was common to see shepherds leading flock out to graze or drink. David took what people saw everyday & caused them to see God. In Psa. 23 we see relationship built on absolute trust. Focus on 23:4. Sheep only went in such areas for one reason. They trusted the shepherd. When God is our shepherd – He will lead us through places we would not go w/o His leadership. He is the shepherd. We are the sheep. How much do we trust? Let’s take a look at an example from David’s life - David’s victory over the giant…Goliath. I. The battle setting: A. 1 Sam. 16:7 – We often look at externals & as a result we can form erroneous opinions. 1. Externally – Goliath had all things that would impress & intimidate. B. Goliath described – 17:4-7 C. 17:8-9 – common fighting tactic used in eastern world in ancient times. 1. 17:16 – this had been going on 40 days! D. Aren’t the “giants” we face today this way? (Giants of fear & worry) II. Will the real “giant” please stand up? A. 17:17-20 –not going there to fight. B. 17:24 – all of Israel greatly afraid. 17:26 – who is this Philistine? 1. David realized how big the giant is – God is greater! Power? God is all powerful! C. 17:25a – “coming up.” 17:8 – “choose a man; let him come down to me.” 1. Lesson: We all have our own Goliath’s to face. Tolerate? 2. We can’t tolerate our giants – we must kill them! D. 17:32 – David. 17:33 – Saul’s answer. 17:34-37 – David’s statement of faith. E. See his absolute trust in God? F. 17:40 – he goes out to do battle. III. Got any more “giants?” A. 17:41-51. 17:48. David ran quickly out to the Philistine. 1. Intimidated? Hardly. Why? 17:47 – *the battle is the Lords!* 2. Too often we try to fight our own battles…and fail! B. This same element of trust is seen throughout scripture. 1. Jesus’ trust in God – through the deep shadows of crucifixion. C. We who are Christians must understand the same thing! 1. Life & death are about God – not about self! Gal. 5:24; 2:20 IV. Where are the lions hiding? Psa. 23:4 A. When we go through our valleys of deep darkness – it’s easy to conclude lions are ready to ambush us where God would lead us. 1. the lions are not to be found in following God! B. When you follow evil’s forces; you are on your own; the lions will destroy you! Conclusion: A. Heb. 11:32-12:3 B. Can you say along with David the contents of Psa. 23:4b-6?